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Venkatesh Prasad elected KSCA president, Sujith Somasundar is new vice-president
Venkatesh Prasad is the new president of the Karnataka State Cricket Association. He won the election against KN Shanth Kumar. Sujith Somasundar is the new vice-president. BN Madhukar will serve as treasurer. Santosh Menon returns as secretary. The Prasad-led panel secured key posts. This marks a new chapter for cricket in the state.
Venkatesh Prasad Elected As New KSCA President, Team Game Changers Grab Major Posts
Karnataka State Cricket Association: Former India fast bowler Prasad has been elected as the new president of the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA), whose elections were held in the AGM at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday. Former India cricketer Sujith Somasunder has been chosen as vice president while Santosh Menon has been elected as the secretary, a role he held from 2019 to 2022. B.N.Madhukar has been elected as the Treasurer, while BK Ravi from the rival KN Shanth Kumar panel got the Joint Secretarys post. Prasad, who served as KSCA vice president from 2010 to 2013 after playing 33 Tests and 161 ODIs for India, had said his Team Game Changers panel, who made a clean sweep in the elections, had the aim of reviving the focus on cricket in the state and restoring the M Chinnaswamy Stadium's reputation as an international venue. The Prasad-led panel had the backing of former India cricketers Anil Kumble and Javagal Srinath, who also served as KSCA President and Secretary from 2010 to 2013. Now, with him receiving 749 votes as compared to his direct opponent KN Shanth Kumar, who got 588 votes, Prasad will now have his chance to live up to the promises he and his Team Game Changers panel made in their manifesto unveiled earlier this year. Somasunder, meanwhile, recently served as the head of education at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. He got 719 votes for Vice Presidents post, as compared to D Vinod Sivappas 588 votes. Menon got the Secretarys post, thanks to him getting 672 votes as compared to ES Jairams 632 votes. Madhukar got 736 votes for winning the Treasurers post, as compared to MS Vinays 571 votes. The Shanth Kumar panel had something to cheer for when Ravi got 669 votes for the Joint Secretarys post, edging competition from AV Shashidhara, who got 638 votes. For the two spots of life members in the managing committee, VM Manjunath (690 votes) and Sailesh N Poll (618 votes) were elected. For the three positions from the Bengaluru zone, former cricketers Kalpana Venkatachar (764 votes), Avinash Vaidya (691 votes), along with Aashish Amarlall (703 votes) have been elected. Madhukar got 736 votes for winning the Treasurers post, as compared to MS Vinays 571 votes. The Shanth Kumar panel had something to cheer for when Ravi got 669 votes for the Joint Secretarys post, edging competition from AV Shashidhara, who got 638 votes. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The elections itself witnessed intense competition, as rejection of several nomination papers and a case in the High Court came in the build-up. For Sundays eagerly awaited election, a total of 1,307 votes were polled, which is slightly fewer than the record 1,351 votes cast in 2013. Article Source: IANS
With only 26% deaths having certified cause, Karnataka keen to enhance rate
Data reveals that a substantial majority of beneficiaries are children of priests, who account for 230 out of the 254 students. The remaining 24 beneficiaries are children of temple staff
Karnataka revises maize procurement norms; raises capto 50 quintals per farmer
Forced To Walk 7 km Through Forest Every Day, School Students Appeal For Help
With their village road damaged, children in a village in Karnataka's Chamarajanagar district are now forced to walk nearly seven kilometres every day through dense forest to attend school, risking encounters with wild animals.
Prepare For Change: Siddaramaiah-Shivakumars War of Words Continues Despite Breakfast Truce
Karnataka power tussle: Days after a breakfast truce, DK Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah exchanged barbs while sharing stage at a government event in Hassan
NEW DELHI: The stage is set for a high-voltage debate in Parliament as Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi will lead the Oppositions discussion on electoral reforms and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday. Other speakers from Congress include general secretary (organisation) KC Venugopal, Manish Tewari, Varsha Gaikwad, Mohammed Jawaid, Ujjwal Raman Singh, Isha Khan Choudhury, Mallu Ravi, Imran Masood, Gowaal Padavi and Jothimani. While a total of ten hours has been allotted for the entire discussion, Union Law Minister Arjun Meghwal is scheduled to reply to the debate on Wednesday. During the debate, Rahul Gandhi is expected to raise the issue of vote theft and the accountability of the Election Commission of India (ECI). The issue has been one of the central themes of his recent political campaigning. Gandhi and the broader Opposition have repeatedly alleged that discrepancies in voter rolls, manipulation of electoral procedures, and selective enforcement by the ECI to undermine the elections. Over the past year, Gandhi has held several press conferences alleging discrepancies in voter rolls and electoral procedures in Maharashtra, Haryana, and Karnataka, and systematic attempts to suppress or distort the results. He has alleged large-scale deletions, duplicate entries in voter list revisions. During the debate, the Opposition is also expected to raise the contentious issue of alleged pressure on Booth Level Officers (BLOs) during the voter list re-verification drive. The matter escalated into a major political flashpoint after reports emerged of several BLOs dying, some by suicide, others under various circumstances that are still being scrutinized. These incidents sparked widespread concern among field officials with several BLOs alleging excessive workload and unrealistic targets. Since the Winter Session began on December 1, the Opposition parties have come together to stage protests both inside and outside Parliament for two consecutive days demanding a debate on electoral reforms and the SIR), and protections for frontline electoral staff. After multiple rounds of discussions between the government and Opposition floor leaders, a consensus was finally reached to hold a debate this week covering the national song Vande Mataram , the broader framework of electoral reforms, and specific issues linked to the SIR. On Monday, the Lok Sabha is scheduled to hold a debate on the 150th anniversary of the national song Vande Mataram . Prime Minister Narendra Modi will initiate the discussion in the House, while Congress Deputy Leader in the Lok Sabha, Gaurav Gogoi, is expected to open the debate from the Opposition benches. Other Speakers from Congress include party general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Deepender Hooda, Manipur MP Dr Bimol Akoijam, Praniti Shinde, Prashant Padole, Chamala Reddy and Korba MP Jyotsana Mahant. PM Modi to initiate debate on Vande Mataram in Lok Sabha on Monday The BJP has been allotted three hours for its interventions in the Lok Sabha debate, while a total of ten hours has been earmarked for the entire discussion. The Rajya Sabha will take up the debate on Vande Mataram on Tuesday, where the Home Minister will lead the discussion. The debate on Vande Mataram is likely to see fireworks as the Congress and the ruling BJP have been locking horns over the latters allegations that important stanzas of the national song were dropped in 1937, which sowed the seeds of partition. While inaugurating the year-long commemoration of Vande Mataram to mark 150 years of the national song, PM Modi, in his speech, said that a divisive mindset is still a challenge for the country.
Rahul Gandhi to lead Opposition debate on SIR in Lok Sabha
NEW DELHI: The stage is set for a high-voltage debate in Parliament as Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi will lead the Oppositions discussion on electoral reforms and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday. Other speakers from Congress include general secretary (organisation) KC Venugopal, Manish Tewari, Varsha Gaikwad, Mohammed Jawaid, Ujjwal Raman Singh, Isha Khan Choudhury, Mallu Ravi, Imran Masood, Gowaal Padavi and Jothimani. While a total of ten hours has been allotted for the entire discussion, Union Law Minister Arjun Meghwal is scheduled to reply to the debate on Wednesday. During the debate, Rahul Gandhi is expected to raise the issue of vote theft and the accountability of the Election Commission of India (ECI). The issue has been one of the central themes of his recent political campaigning. Gandhi and the broader Opposition have repeatedly alleged that discrepancies in voter rolls, manipulation of electoral procedures, and selective enforcement by the ECI to undermine the elections. Over the past year, Gandhi has held several press conferences alleging discrepancies in voter rolls and electoral procedures in Maharashtra, Haryana, and Karnataka, and systematic attempts to suppress or distort the results. He has alleged large-scale deletions, duplicate entries in voter list revisions. During the debate, the Opposition is also expected to raise the contentious issue of alleged pressure on Booth Level Officers (BLOs) during the voter list re-verification drive. The matter escalated into a major political flashpoint after reports emerged of several BLOs dying, some by suicide, others under various circumstances that are still being scrutinized. These incidents sparked widespread concern among field officials with several BLOs alleging excessive workload and unrealistic targets. Since the Winter Session began on December 1, the Opposition parties have come together to stage protests both inside and outside Parliament for two consecutive days demanding a debate on electoral reforms and the SIR), and protections for frontline electoral staff. After multiple rounds of discussions between the government and Opposition floor leaders, a consensus was finally reached to hold a debate this week covering the national song Vande Mataram , the broader framework of electoral reforms, and specific issues linked to the SIR. On Monday, the Lok Sabha is scheduled to hold a debate on the 150th anniversary of the national song Vande Mataram . Prime Minister Narendra Modi will initiate the discussion in the House, while Congress Deputy Leader in the Lok Sabha, Gaurav Gogoi, is expected to open the debate from the Opposition benches. Other Speakers from Congress include party general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Deepender Hooda, Manipur MP Dr Bimol Akoijam, Praniti Shinde, Prashant Padole, Chamala Reddy and Korba MP Jyotsana Mahant. PM Modi to initiate debate on Vande Mataram in Lok Sabha on Monday The BJP has been allotted three hours for its interventions in the Lok Sabha debate, while a total of ten hours has been earmarked for the entire discussion. The Rajya Sabha will take up the debate on Vande Mataram on Tuesday, where the Home Minister will lead the discussion. The debate on Vande Mataram is likely to see fireworks as the Congress and the ruling BJP have been locking horns over the latters allegations that important stanzas of the national song were dropped in 1937, which sowed the seeds of partition. While inaugurating the year-long commemoration of Vande Mataram to mark 150 years of the national song, PM Modi, in his speech, said that a divisive mindset is still a challenge for the country.
The State government has proposed to develop Honnavar Port under PPP model
Will Suzlon Stock Break its Losing Streak? Refund Incoming, New Factories Planned
Suzlon is pushing ahead with ambitious capacity expansion. The company plans to add three AI-enabled smart-blade manufacturing units in Gujarat and Karnataka, with a third location yet to be finalised.
Congress top brass holds deliberations at 10, Janpath on Karnataka issue
Venugopal said the preparations for the December 14 rally against vote chori and the general political situation was also discussed.
Karnataka shocker: Congress worker killed in Chikkamagaluru group clash; probe underway
Karnataka govt issues new rules to report deaths at hospitals
BENGALURU: The Karnataka government has issued detailed instructions to strengthen the Medical Certification of Cause of Death (MCCD) system across the state, following an ICMR study and review meetings held on April 21 and October 18, 2025. Reliable cause-specific mortality data is essential for policymakers, but currently, only 26.73% of registered deaths in Karnataka have a medically certified cause. The new guidelines follow the Karnataka Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Rules, 2024, notified on December 31, 2024, and in effect since January 16, 2025. As per the rules, all government and private hospitals must issue a cause-of-death certificate in Form 4 for all in-house deaths, submit it electronically through e-JanMa, and provide a copy to the family. Monthly reporting of deaths and MCCDs is mandatory, and institutions must file a nil report if no deaths occur. For deaths occurring outside medical institutions, the doctor must issue Form 4A free of charge. If the treating doctor is unavailable, other doctors familiar with the patients historyor medical officers from PHCs, CHCs, or taluk and district hospitalsmay issue the certificate after taking a history from the family. Registrars have been instructed to ensure that Form 2 (death report) is accompanied by Form 4 or 4A, and to forward all certificates to the Chief Registrar by the 10th of the following month. In inquest cases, the investigating officer must provide cause-of-death information, and the attending or autopsy doctor must submit Form 4/4A.
Jail warder held for smuggling drugs to inmates in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: A jail warder at the Bengaluru Central Prison in Parappana Agrahara was arrested for allegedly attempting to smuggle cigarettes and a prohibited narcotic substance to inmates. The warder, identified as Rahul Pati, was caught red-handed by personnel of the Karnataka State Industrial Security Force (KSISF) near the main gate of the prison on Friday around 6.50 pm. During the inspection, KSISF staff reportedly found two packets of cigarettes and about 60 grams of a narcotic substance on him. Following a preliminary inquiry, Jail Superintendent Paramesh filed a complaint against Rahul. Rahul joined the prison department as a warder in 2018. He previously served at the Belagavi prison before being transferred to Bengaluru Central Prison, where he has been posted since June 29, 2025.
Over 32K living co-infected with HIV and TB in 2024, admits Centre
NEW DELHI: Over 32,000 people living with HIV (PLHIV) were co-infected with tuberculosis (TB) in 2024. This dual burden continues to be a significant public health challenge in India, according to the latest government report. The report also said that a total of six states, including Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, recorded the highest number of people co-infected with HIV and TB in 2024-25. The dual burden of HIV and TB continues to be a major public health challenge in India, as co-infection substantially increases the risk of illness and death if not detected and treated promptly, said the India HIV Estimation 2025 report. Maharashtra (14%), Andhra Pradesh (10%), Karnataka (10%), Uttar Pradesh (10%), Tamil Nadu (7%) and Gujarat (7%) together accounted for 58% of the HIVTB co-infected PLHIV reported in FY 2024-25, forming the bulk of the 11 states that contributed 80% of the national caseload. Several smaller states/UTs such as Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Dadar & Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Puducherry, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands contributed less than 1% of total cases, said the report, which was released by Union Health Minister JP Nadda on December 1, observed as World AIDS Day. The report said that TB, caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB), remains one of the most significant opportunistic infections (OIs) among PLHIV in India. From 2021-22 to 2024-25, the proportion of PLHIV screened for TB remained consistently high at 95% or more, reflecting strong adherence to TB screening and effective implementation of testing services. However, TB diagnosis among PLHIV from 2021-22 to 2024-25 showed a gradual decline, from 7.2% in 2021-22 and 2022-23 to 5.8% in 2023-24, and further to 4.9% in 2024-25. This can be attributed to enhanced prevention efforts and treatment coverage leading to a decrease in transmission, said the report. Active TB may affect the lungs (pulmonary TB) or spread beyond the lungs to involve the lymph nodes, pleura, abdomen, central nervous system, bones, joints, or skin (extrapulmonary TB). Recognising the impact of the dual epidemic, the National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO) has implemented several strategic measures to address HIV-TB co-infection across the country effectively. A cornerstone of this effort is the integration of HIV and TB services, aimed at ensuring comprehensive, patient-centred care, the report added. Under this model, all PLHIV attending ART Centres are screened for TB symptoms. At the same time, all TB patients are tested for HIV to enable early diagnosis and timely care.
Karnataka's reservation storm: Inside the faultlines behind the 56% quota fight - Deccan Herald
Karnataka's reservation storm: Inside the faultlines behind the 56% quota fight Deccan Herald
Karnataka NEET UG 2025 revised provisional results for KEA third round announced after HC order
UG NEET Karnataka 2025: The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the revised provisional UG NEET third-round results following a High Court order directing a fresh evaluation. Candidates may submit objections by email before the deadline, while final allotments will be issued on Monday. KEA reviewed 443 newly added seats and confirmed that vacated seats from earlier rounds will also be reassigned. Students must complete fee payment and reporting within the specified timelines, with separate deadlines extended for PG medical admissions.
Bengaluru weather: Cloudy skies, pleasant temperatures; AQI remains modearte
Bengaluru anticipates partly cloudy skies and comfortable temperatures on December 7, 2025, with highs of 25.6C and lows of 16.9C. Yesterday's moderate air quality (AQI 138) prompts mask recommendations in traffic areas. Stable weather is expected throughout the week, with minimal rain chances.
Karnataka Milk Federation a state body, fully under RTI, says state information commission
KMC-RIs tech overhaul: Prescriptions for patients are now just a click away
Bengaluru flat owners seek clear norms for forming associations
Karnataka Deputy CM D K Shivakumar slammed a Delhi Police notice regarding the National Herald case as shocking and harassment. He stated his financial dealings are legitimate, taxes are paid, and questioned the need for a police probe after the ED's investigation. Shivakumar plans to fight the notice legally, asserting his party institutions are supported by many leaders.
Vijayapura to conduct TET and Vrukshathon today
KSCCSF chief urges for thorough discussion on co-op credit societies at winter session
From runways to highways: Bengalurus passengers flee costly skies for any route home
Gamanagatti industrial area finally gets better roads after years of waiting
Bangalore Lit Fest: Booker winner Banu Mushtaq berates growing trend of neutrality
Indigo fiasco: Airline chaos abates in Bengaluru, but baggage nightmare persists for passengers
Hundreds of passengers faced a chaotic ordeal at Kempegowda International Airport as IndiGo flights were cancelled, leading to prolonged waits for abandoned and often damaged baggage. Passengers described a system collapse with no clear communication or assistance, causing significant stress and loss.
Bamboo shrimp rediscovered after 7 decades in Karnataka - Deccan Herald
Bamboo shrimp rediscovered after 7 decades in Karnataka Deccan Herald
Tourism dept calls for coordinated efforts to improve foreign tourist footfall in Karnataka
Crest gate replacement work for Tungabhadra dam begins
Priyank Kharge criticises rupee decline, closure of MSMEs, and lack of central grants
Karnataka to set up monitoring group for Bengaluru Metros Blue Line
All patients are entitled to similar healthcare: Nirmala
AP Saves 2.21 Crore On Homoeopathy Medicines
A review of past procurements revealed that during the previous governments tenure, the same company supplied medicines to AP at rates 13% higher than those charged to Karnataka.
National Law School of India University student selected for Rhodes Scholarship to study at Oxford
Bengaluru Central Prisons warder arrested for smuggling cigarettes
No sting, no pain: Stingless bee village project in Karnataka gives sweet boost to tribal economy
Domestic help couple sedates employer-doctor, flees with gold & cash in Bengaluru
Information Commission fines north Bengaluru officials Rs 50k
Cybercop suspended for swiping suspects cash, valuables in Bengaluru
Obesity among kids in India rising due to economic growth, fast food culture: Doctors
Special trains to Karwar from Yeshwantpur in Bengaluru
Karnataka transport department fixes learners licence online test deadline at 7 days
Global bites on track at Bengaluru railway stations
Congress top brass discusses Karnataka leadership issue, to meet again
Party president Mallikarjun Kharge, former party chief and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and the general secretary in-charge of organisation K.C. Venugopal attended the closed door meeting at Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) chairperson Sonia Gandhis official residence
Sonia Reviews Karnataka Congress Leadership - Deccan Chronicle
Sonia Reviews Karnataka Congress Leadership Deccan Chronicle
Sonia Reviews Karnataka Congress Leadership
Venugopal said, We had a discussion on Karnataka, Nothing has been decided yet, We will have another meeting on the issue, The Karnataka Congress is completely united
Haveri Child Protection Unit lauded for its programmes
Illegally transported Anna Bhagya rice seized in Bankapur
Passing out parade of Agniveervayu trainees held in Belagavi
Experts push for early diagnosis of paediatric sarcoma at IndoItalian medical conference
Toppers credit success to parents, alma mater
NIMHANS must lead research on tech-driven behavioural disorders: Nirmala Sitharaman
The Finance Minister says AI-driven digital platforms, addictive social media algorithms, and excessive smartphone dependency are reshaping brain development, behaviour, learning
World waits for stories that dismantle, disturb, and rediscover: Banu Mushtaq
Writing, advocacy, and activism are like three rivers that meet in a confluence, says the Booker winner
Siddaramaiah calls Kumaraswamy Manuvadi; BJPaccuses Congress of hypocrisy
Law & order situation in Karnataka stable: Parameshwara
Difficult to reach Rs 88,000 crore tax revenue this year: Karnataka chief minister
Passport-style service centres to obtain e-Khatacertificates quickly to be launched in Bengaluru
Developers can now purchase premium FAR in Bengaluru
The Hindu in School Science Festival receives impressive response in Shivamogga
Congress worker murdered in a clash at Sakharayapatna
Citys evolution needs outsider edge, say speakers at Bengaluru Lit Fest 2025
Bengaluru: Jail warden arrested for trying to smuggle drugs into Parappana Agrahara Central Prison
Samiti urges Karnataka Chief Justice to sanction HC Bench in Mangaluru
Kumaraswamy strikes back at Siddaramaiah for calling him Manuvadi
UG NEET: Revised provisional results for third round announced
Special trains between Pune and Bengaluru to meet passenger demand
BDA set to allot 5,000 sites in Bengalurus Dr. K. Shivaram Karanth Layout
Rich tributes paid to Ambedkar on Mahaparinirvan Divas
Government officials, political leaders and representatives of various organisations and people from different walks of life paid rich tributes to Baba Saheb Ambedkar on his death anniversary in the districts of Kittur Karnataka on Saturday.
Guarantee schemes implemented to achieve equality, says Siddaramaiah
Karnataka Congress Worker Killed In Clash Over Banner, Deputy CM DK Shivakumar Assures Strict Action
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar assured strict action against the perpetrators, and shared condolences on the demise of the Congress leader.
Kalaburagi to emerge as a major ITBT hub under LEAP initiative: Priyank Kharge
'Torture': DK Shivakumar Condemns ED Summons To Him, Brother Over National Herald Donations
Karnataka deputy CM DK Shivakumar said the latest ED action is unwarranted as its only objective was to orture supporters of Sonia and Rahul Gandhi
Remain vigilant, adaptable and committed to duty, Agniveervayus told
The Passing-Out-Parade (POP) of the sixth batch of Agniveervayu Trainees (AGVT) intake 02/2025 was held at the Airmen Training School (ATS) in Belagavi on Satursay.
Karnatakas first sea ambulance expected to be ready by May, 2026, says Mankal S. Vaidya
AIUTUC to launch Belagavi Chalo on December 9
Chief Minister questions H.D. Kumaraswamys silence over GST loss, Mekedatu
Panchamasalis to protest silently before Suvarna Soudha on Dec. 10
In a bid to raise their demand for 2A reservation again, members of Lingayat Panchamasali community will stage a silent protest during the winter session in Belagavi on December 10.
Begin installation of TB dams new crest gates on December 20: Minister
Parents, students stage protest against school closure in Varuna
Political democracy is hollow without social and economic equality: Shivsundar
Centres withholding of funds crippling major schemes in State, says Priyank Kharge
VTU decides to webcast evaluation to fix the problem of proxy evaluators
President Droupadi Murmu to visit Malavalli on December 17
She will participate in Shivaratheeshwara Shivayogi Jayanti celebrations
